Trucks are carrying critical food supplies and other commercial and humanitarian cargo for the vulnerable communities in Afghanistan. The WFP estimates that 22.9 million Afghans require humanitarian assistance in 2025, with 14.8 million facing acute food insecurity. The volatile border, one of the most important crossings between Afghanistan and Pakistan, handles the largest volume of trade and movement between the two countries. The current situation has inflicted a massive blow to the traders on both sides of the border who have lost millions of dollars due to the standoff. Pakistan shut down the Torkham crossing last month after Afghan forces were engaged in construction activities on their side. Talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan aimed at resolving the 19-day border dispute broke down after the Afghan delegation walked out, accusing Pakistan of not taking the negotiations seriously. Some of these items have already perished, causing financial losses for traders. Some drivers and passengers expressed frustration over the closure, stating that it has caused serious hardships for people. A patient has passed away on the other side and Pakistan is not permitting us to bring back the body because the gate has been closed since. Another patient is here, and we are not allowed to take him to Peshawar for treatment.